Best Restaurants for Spicy Food in Dunbar-Southlands

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AmericanItalianSteakhouseSeafoodIndianMexican

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North CoastVancouverVancouver Suburbs

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BurnabyChinatownCoal HarbourCommercial DriveDowntownDunbar-Southlands

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CharmingFancyGood for business mealsGood for groupsGood for special occasionsGreat for brunch

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Gender-neutral restroomWheelchair access

107 restaurants available nearby

1. Dovetail

4.8

Exceptional(380)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary Canadian • Yaletown

Booked 93 times today

California inspired family-style share plates, cocktails & vibes. Offering flavours influenced from our experiences, paired with groovy house tunes, a thoughtfully curated wine selection and a sophisticated cocktail list. For large parties please email reservations@dovetailrestaurant.ca

2. Nightingale

4.7

Exceptional(2152)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Canadian • Coal Harbour

Booked 159 times today

Nightingale's menu feature dishes that are ingredient-led and packed with flavour. MICHELIN Guide Recommended and Named Canada’s Best Farm to Table Restaurant, we are passionate about sourcing locally and our relationship with local farms, growers, foragers & fisherman are second to none. Our wood-stone pizza oven is at the heart of our kitchen and our dough has been diligently perfected to deliver Neapolitan style pizzas with seasonally changing toppings over a delicious crust. Guests are encouraged to order a range of dishes from our extensive menu selection, which are best shared family-style. Nightingale's award winning wine list has been carefully curated, and our highly trained Sommelier Team is on hand to guide you towards local hidden gems, as well as both those elusive and more popular varietals. We offer a range of local craft beers as well as classic and seasonally changing original cocktails.

3. Social Corner Yaletown

4.6

Exceptional(261)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Yaletown

Booked 101 times today

Tapas, pizza, small plates, share plates, paella, and one epic burger - there's something for everyone at Social Corner. Michelin Guide recommended, offering lunch, brunch, dinner and drinks seven days a week. Located in Yaletown on the corner of Homer and Smithe street. We look forward to hosting you.

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4. Miku Restaurant - Vancouver

4.8

Exceptional(6666)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Japanese • Coal Harbour

Booked 141 times today

Specializing in aburi, or flamed-seared, sushi, the act of applying flame directly and lightly searing sushi enhances the natural flavours and textures of the seafood. Miku owner, Seigo Nakamura, innovated the Aburi concept by crafting specialty sauces using non-traditional Japanese ingredients to pair with each type of fish.Located at the corner of Howe Street and Canada Place WayMichelin RecommendedWinner of Wine Spectator Award 2024OpenTable's Top 100 Restaurants 2024Executive Chef: Kazuhiro Hayashi

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5. Gordon Ramsay Steak - Vancouver

4.5

Awesome(195)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Steak • Richmond

Booked 116 times today

Gordon Ramsay Steak, the first of its kind in Canada, is located at River Rock Casino Resort. Savour the finest cuts of meats, dry-aged to perfection, alongside iconic dishes like Beef Wellington, and signature appetizers like Tuna Tartare and Wild Mushroom Risotto. Curated by renowned Michelin-starred Chef Gordon Ramsay, this exceptional menu promises a culinary experience to remember.

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6. Earls Kitchen + Bar - Yaletown - Vancouver

4.5

Awesome(976)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Yaletown

Booked 36 times today

Welcome to Earls Yaletown, the heart of Vancouver's vibrant Yaletown district. Surrounded by shopping, nightlife, and art, our newly renovated space offers a booth-filled dining room and an all-season patio for your enjoyment. Experience the delight of our daily features, Happy Hour, late-night Happy Hour, and weekend Brunch Happy Hour, where delectable flavours meet irresistible prices. Join us in this place of excitement and culture, and let us delight your taste buds in the heart of Yaletown. Your table is ready. We can't wait to see you!

7. Acquafarina

4.6

Exceptional(223)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Downtown

Booked 41 times today

Acquafarina is a Michelin Guide recommended fine-dining restaurant in downtown Vancouver. This is Italian dining at its finest, served with old-world elegance and modern flair. Take a seat at the copper bar and enjoy inventive cocktails or settle into our captivating dining room with its soaring Salinger’s and 5,000 bottle wine cellar. Private bookings for large groups are available by request and can be hosted in our intimate upstairs dining room with a private bar or on our all-season covered heated patio with a retractable roof, making it ideal for winter gatherings and perfect for summer soirées.

8. ELEM

4.7

Exceptional(105)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Global, International • Mount Pleasant

Booked 35 times today

ELEM is a new restaurant and cocktail lab on Main + 5th. Guests can expect to indulge in Top Chef Canada alum Mayekar’s bold cooking, featuring creative flavour-packed dishes that highlight the unique spices from cuisines around the world with local ingredients, alongside Winnie Sun’s inventive, element-inspired and sustainability-driven cocktails.ELEM’s food menu is an exploration of flavours and spices from all corners of the world, including Bangkok, California, Spain, Mexico, Italy, and Mumbai – all inspired by Mayekar’s extensive travels and Indian heritage. There will also be a big focus on local BC-grown ingredients. The 2,946 square foot, 76-seat space was designed by Vancouver-based Marko Simcich Architect and features three dining spaces and an open window into the kitchen to see the chefs at work.

9. Oshi Nori

4.7

Exceptional(72)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Sushi • Yaletown

Booked 18 times today

At Oshi Nori, we are on a mission to redefine the sushi hand roll experience, crafting a new culinary adventure for our customers. Inspired by our passion for unique and innovative food concepts, we established Oshi Nori as a fast-casual destination where traditional techniques meet modern flavors.Founded with a vision to provide exceptional quality hand rolls in a convenient and inviting setting, Oshi Nori combines the artistry of sushi-making with the efficiency of fast-casual dining. Our diverse menu boasts a delectable array of hand rolls, carefully curated with responsibly sourced seafood and premium ingredients.

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10. Maxine's Cafe & Bar

4.7

Exceptional(433)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• French American • West End

Booked 48 times today

WEEKENDS AND STATUTORY HOLIDAYS RESERVATION FROM 9AM TO 9:45AM AND WALKINS UNTIL 3:30PM. YOU CAN ADD YOUR NAME TO THE WAITLIST 15 MINUTES PRIOR TO YOUR ARRIVAL. Maxine's magnificent interiors are inspired by the funky watering holes of Soho and the corner bistros of Europe. A curated menu by Executive Chef Bobby Milheron and Chef de Cuisine features elevated breakfast, brunch, lunchtime and dinner favorites that offer peak flavor and freshness. From morning favorites to later-day delights, discover what fits your fancy at the West End's premier neighborhood café and bar.We are open daily for breakfast, brunch and dinner.Walk-ins are always welcome and reservation for dinner service are available.

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Barbara
Vancouver / British Columbia •4 reviews
4.0
Dined 4 days ago
Always a great place to enjoy the best Indian food for the best price! We’ll def be back.
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Spice Republic Indian Restaurant & LoungePrice: Moderate• Indian• White Rock
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4.6
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angelicaVIP
Vancouver / British Columbia •12 reviews
5.0
Dined on Mar 1, 2025
We had a wonderful time at this restaurant! The food was incredible, the service was excellent, and the vibe was so romantic—highly recommend! The only thing that could be improved is the server’s knowledge of the drink menu. We ordered the premium sake flight, but when we asked for details, the server simply Googled the names from the labels. From past experiences at Japanese izakayas, servers are usually well-versed in sake and enhance the experience by explaining the different types. Unfortunately, that wasn’t the case here. That being said, the food was absolutely top-notch! We’d definitely come back.
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Guu Otokomae - GastownPrice: Moderate• Japanese• Gastown
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4.2
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Kiran
Vancouver / British Columbia •1 review
5.0
Dined on Feb 1, 2025
Lake here to celebrate my mom’s birthday and it was amazing! Food and service were fantastic!
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Spice 72 Indian Restaurant & LoungePrice: Expensive• Indian• Surrey
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4.4

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